Meth bust in Vidor leaves two in jail

On Wednesday Sept. 21, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Orange County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Officers along with the Orange County Area Law Enforcement SWAT Team executed a narcotics search and arrest warrant at 670 Concord St. in Vidor.

After an investigation into the illegal possession and distribution of methamphetamine and other controlled substances, Narcotics Investigators were able to secure a search and arrest warrant.

Upon searching the residence, Investigators located approximately six grams of methamphetamine which has a street value of approximately $1200. Officers also seized numerous items of drug paraphernalia, contraband and three firearms.

Steven Claude Gribble Jr., 36, from Orange, and Danielle Naomi Bisterfelt, 27, from Vidor, were both arrested and transported to the Orange County Correctional Facility. Both suspects were charged with Manufacturing/ Delivery of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Bond has been set at $250,000. Both suspects are still currently in jail and have not made bond.

Sheriff Merritt and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office will continue to diligently combat the drug activities that occur in the neighborhoods and other areas of Orange County. If you have any information about criminal activities please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 409-883-2612.